This Uppsala County camping guide centres on Uppsala, with Fyrishov as a camping base for gardens, city walks and scientific heritage. Build a relaxed stay around the named campsite, with time for local scenery, food and culture. Sources and published tariffs checked on 16 October 2026. Prices are Swedish kronor (SEK); a checked page is not a guarantee of future availability.

Uppsala County camping guide: nature and walks

The Botanical Garden offers a planned green outing, while central paths can be combined with a city day. Choose a short walk rather than trying to visit every garden at once. Check seasonal garden access and indoor opening separately; the town’s scientific heritage is best enjoyed slowly.

Established camping and checked prices

Fyrishov’s current undated tariff lists an electric camping pitch at SEK 390 nightly October–April or SEK 410 May–September; event rates are SEK 530/560. Tent pitches including service-building access are SEK 240/250, rising to SEK 325/450 for events. Confirm occupancy, tent electricity and current validity. The maximum ordinary consecutive stay is seven days, followed by at least fourteen days away. The site is cashless. Check arrival requirements directly. Bath admission is a separate question: Fyrishov announces major pool maintenance, with some pools closed from September 2026 and the whole bathing facility scheduled to close after the 2026/27 year change.

Confirm the total for your dates, party and equipment before committing to a stay. Ask about pitch dimensions, vehicle access, electricity, showers, drinking water and wastewater disposal. Check arrival procedures and cancellation terms. Seasonal facilities and tariffs can change, and a published price does not establish year-round opening.

Free authorized camping nearby

No specific free overnight site has been verified for this itinerary. Ask the local authority or land manager about your exact proposed location, permissions and stay limits. Use the established campsite when overnight access is unclear. See our national guide for sourced guidance on tent camping and motor vehicles.

Restaurant and local food

Café Carl von Linnés bakficka, overlooking the Linnaeus Garden in central Uppsala, serves salads, lunch, coffee and ice cream. Plan it as a light-meal stop and check the current seasonal schedule.

Check the current menu and kitchen hours before making a special journey. Carry food for arrival when local service is seasonal, and use designated cooking areas at your campsite.

Culture beyond the campsite

Visit the Linnaeus Garden and Museum for the naturalist’s home and botanical history. The university lists its main visitor season from early May to late September. Verify exhibition and house access before making an off-season journey; a visible garden is not a promise that every building is open.

Practical season, access and equipment

Allow roughly 2–4 km and 10–15 minutes driving from Fyrishov to the central Linnaeus Garden area, or a longer walk depending on your route; these are estimates. Spring through summer best combines garden visits and camping. Autumn can suit short city walks, but plan around reduced hours. Pack rain protection, warm bedding and shoes suitable for wet paths.

Pack waterproof layers, warm bedding, walking shoes, drinking water, a headtorch and offline maps. Match your equipment to the route and forecast rather than the calendar alone. Respect quiet hours, use designated waste facilities and leave fragile ground undisturbed.

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